Is Divergent appropriate for children?

# Divergent - Parental Guide **Divergent** is a PG-13 action film featuring strong violence including fighting, shooting, and intense sequences that may disturb younger children. While language and sexual content are mild, the dystopian plot involves danger and rebellion themes. Best suited for mature teenagers 14+, not recommended for younger children.

What age is Divergent suitable for?

Our verdict for Divergent is: Not recommended. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is Divergent safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

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Violence

Strong

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Language / Profanity

Mild

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Sexual Content

Mild

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Horror / Scary

Mild

About this movie

Type

Movie

Released

2014

Rating

PG-13

Genre

Action, Adventure, Science Fiction

Synopsis

In a world divided into factions based on personality types, Tris learns that she's been classified as Divergent and won't fit in. When she discovers a plot to destroy Divergents, Tris and the mysterious Four must find out what makes Divergents dangerous before it's too late.

Cast

Shailene Woodley

Beatrice 'Tris' Prior

Theo James

Tobias 'Four' Eaton

Zoë Kravitz

Christina

Miles Teller

Peter Hayes

Full cast on IMDb ›

Age suitability

Under 6

Not yet

Ages 6–8

Not recommended

Ages 9–12

Not recommended

Ages 13+

Not recommended

Where to watch

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Ratings based on MPAA/TV classification and TMDB metadata. Updated March 2026.
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